Maps & Directions

Prince Edward County is a day trip from Toronto or Ottawa, with easy access from east and west.

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Bridges and ferry to adventure …

Ideally located in south eastern Ontario, Prince Edward County sits between Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa and close to the cities of Quinte West, Belleville and Kingston. There are five entry points to the “County”, providing easy access from the east and west.

Tour the County by car or bicycle. You can pick up a free copy of the “Red Map” and “Breakaway Guide” at Visitor Information Centres throughout The County.

Getting here by Car

ROADWAYS
Highway 33 west is accessed from Highway 401 by Wooler Road at Exit 522, just west of Trenton.
Highway 33 west is also accessed from Brighton on County Road 64.
Highway 62 is accessible from Highway 401 at Exit 543, Belleville.
Highway 49, Exit 566 at Marysville.
Highway 33 east, Glenora Ferry

Distance from Picton to ..

km

Hwy 401 Exits to Prince Edward County

Kingston
Time: 1 hour/heure

80

Exit 566 — Marysville South on Hwy 49
or take the free ferry (see schedule below)

In Canada, U.S. state drivers’ licences are valid for varying periods of time, depending on the province or territory you are visiting. The 1949 International Driving Permit is also valid, but must be accompanied at all times by the visitor’s state or national driver’s licence.

Don’t forget: when in Canada, drive on the right-hand side of the road. To help plan your route to Prince Edward County, see Google Maps. Also see Official Road Map of Ontario.

A high-capacity electric vehicle charging station is located in the parking lot at 55 King St. in Picton. The Level 3 charging station, also known as a direct current fast charger (DCFC), can charge an electric vehicle to 80 per cent in about 30 minutes. The station offers the two most common connector types (SAE Combo and CHAdeMO), which will accommodate a majority of electric vehicles. The County is currently offering the charging service free to everyone.

Cycling Tour Routes & Rentals

Arriving by Bus

All major coaches operate out of the Metro Toronto Coach Terminal, which handles buses arriving from destinations across the province, country and the U.S.

The terminal is located at 610 Bay St., at Bay and Dundas in the city’s core, just one block west of the Eaton Centre. (416) 393-7911.

Airport distances from Picton

Kingston Airport 75km

Toronto Pearson International Airport 220km

Ottawa International Airport 260km

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport 350km

When leaving Pearson International Airport by car, it is best to avoid morning (7:30 to 9:30 am) and evening (3 to 7 pm) rush hours on all major routes. Expect delays on Highway 401 (the major east-west artery) 24 hours a day. Allow plenty of time to make flights, especially on Fridays. Shuttle service from Pearson International airport to Prince Edward County, return, is also available from a few Picton area taxi services. Phone 613-476-2716 for details. Good maps of Toronto and Ontario are advisable and available without charge to members of AAA (CAA in Canada).

Local transportation services include taxis, bus, specialized transit for seniors and people with mobility issues, and local couriers. Specialized Transit is available in Prince Edward County for seniors.